Common Emergencies

Since our furry friends cannot tell us exactly what may be wrong, it can sometimes be difficult to know when a condition or problem warrants immediate medical attention. Here are just some examples of emergencies that should be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible.

Severe bleeding or bleeding that doesn’t stop within 5 minutes

Choking, difficulty breathing or nonstop coughing and gagging

Bleeding from nose, mouth, rectum, coughing up blood, or blood in urine

Inability to urinate or pass feces (stool), or obvious pain associated with urinating or passing stool